cotidiano
“cotidiano” means “daily” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
daily, everyday
Also: commonplace, routine
📝 In Action
Me gusta mi rutina cotidiana.
A1I like my daily routine.
La vida cotidiana en esta ciudad es muy tranquila.
A2Everyday life in this city is very quiet.
Debemos resolver los problemas cotidianos con paciencia.
B1We must solve everyday problems with patience.
the everyday
Also: daily routine
📝 In Action
A veces es necesario escapar de lo cotidiano.
B2Sometimes it is necessary to escape from the everyday.
El artista encuentra belleza en lo cotidiano.
C1The artist finds beauty in the mundane.
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Words that translate to "cotidiano" in Spanish:
commonplace→daily→daily routine→everyday→routine→the everyday→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: cotidiano
Question 1 of 3
Which of these means 'everyday life'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'cotidianus,' which comes from 'quotidie,' meaning 'every day.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'cotidiano' the same as 'diario'?
Almost! 'Diario' is usually for things that happen on a schedule (like a daily meeting), while 'cotidiano' is used to describe the feeling of routine and everyday life.
How do I make 'cotidiano' plural?
Just add an 's'! Use 'cotidianos' for masculine groups and 'cotidianas' for feminine groups.
Is 'cotidiano' formal?
It is neutral. You can use it with friends or in a professional essay; it's a very versatile and natural word.